Best river trails in Herdecke
3.9(65 reviews)
Explore the most popular river trails near Herdecke with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.3 (18)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular loop trail at Hengsteysee, North Rhine-Westphalia. This loop trail offers a delightful mix of nature and history. Most of the trail leads directly along the shore of the Hengsteysee. After about half of the route has been completed, you reach the well-preserved ruins of Hohensyburg Castle, built around 700. Highlights of the hike: - Hengsteysee - Hohensyburg ruins - several vantage points - Ruhr valley - ridge trail
- 4.8 (16)·Easy·4.2 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPicturesque and promising hiking and running tour near Herdecke, North Rhine-Westphalia. There is a lot to explore on this tour. Start and end are at the parking lot, but you can also arrive by bus. Highlights of the tour: - Great prospects - Local flora and fauna - Beautiful natural scenery - Rocks at Harkortsee
- 4.2 (8)·Moderate·6.7 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular loop trail in the Ruhr area, North Rhine-Westphalia. The loop trail H3 begins at the parking lot of the sports field at the Bleichstein. You hike along the Ruhr and through an idyllic forest to Ahlenberg, where there is a small loop through a pretty residential area. The way back leads along the shore of the Hengsteysee. Highlights of the hike: - Hengsteysee - View point "Devil's Pulpit" - Schiffswinkel - Koepchenwerk
- 5.0 (1)·Moderate·5.3 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrThe hiking sign for the path is H2, a yellow background for the feeder and a black background for the hiking trail. You can walk south from Herdecke station and follow the signs along the Ruhr. Sometimes it is quite steep up the mountain; one follows the former road of charcoal burners and forest workers. Depending on your fitness level and breaks, you can calculate 3 to 4 hours for the round.
- 3.9 (2)·Moderate·9.4 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrThe circular route H4 requires a walking time of around 4 hours. In principle, the hike can be started at any point. Part of the route is relaxed on level paths along the Ruhr to the southern end of the Hengstesees lake. Highlights along the route are the Schiffswinkel, the Hengsteysee, the Mühlenteich, the Harkortsee and the Koepchenwerk. The viaduct, which marks the landmark of the city of Herdecke and was completed in 1878, can also be admired.
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in Herdecke?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Herdecke is Herdecker Rundweg. This trail is estimated to be 16.9 mi long.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Herdecke?
Herdecke: With an ascent of 2,559 ft, Herdecker Rundweg has the most elevation gain of all of the river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is H6: Waldgebiete with 2,112 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in Herdecke?
The most popular and difficult river trail in Herdecke is Herdecker Rundweg with a 4.1-star rating from 4 reviews.
